BIOGRAPHY part 1

 

 

• Definition of Biography Text

Biography is the story of a person's life that is more complex than a curriculum vitae and work data. Generally, a biography is more about the feelings faced by a person in dealing with an event or someone's life

•  Biography Text Formulas

1. Orientation

Orientation provides the reader with background information on why the biography was written. The opening paragraph should answer the questions: who, what, where, when, and how. Usually contains narrated biodata such as full name and place and date of birth. Some general information can also be presented in this section as an introduction to the characters.

2. Events

At the eventa stage is the stage of an event or events experienced by the character. Contains an explanation of a story in the form of problem solving, other processes, and various events that have been experienced by the character to lead him to a success. The events themselves are usually told in chronological order which refers to a certain time.

3. Re-Orientation (Closing)

This section contains the author's views on the characters told. Reorientation is optional so that the author can give his personal view of the characters being told. Reorientation also consists of a type of conclusion with comments about contributions which are then summarized in an interesting conclusion or storyline

 

• Function of Biography

1. To know a person’s story about his/her life outside of any accomplishments this person may be known for.
2. To give much information easily and educate the readers.

• Characteristics of Biography

1. Biography is not written by subject and always written in the third person.
2. Based on research.
3. Describes the person’s surroundings (where, when and how the person lived).
4. Use vivid language to narrate events.

 

• Grammar and Language Features

1. Simple Past Tense

2. Temporal Sequence and Temporal Conjunction.

3. Focus on Specific participants

4. Use of Action verbs.

• Types of Biography

1. Short Biography (focuses only on highlights of a person’s life)

2. Long Biography (about life and times of someone in a lot more detail)

•  Example :
  

Ki Hadjar Dewantara

Ki Hadjar Dewantara, was born on May 2, 1889 in Yogyakarta. He came from a Yogyakarta aristocratic family and attended a Dutch-sponsored medical school but failed to complete the course. Ki Hadjar Dewantara was the founder of the Taman Siswa school system, and having had a widespread influence, he also pushed for modernization but also promoted Indonesian culture. He feels that education is the best way to strengthen Indonesian society.

The first Taman Siswa school was established in Java in July 1922. Instruction, conducted informally, emphasized the traditional skills and values of Javanese life, particularly in music and dance. Ki Hadjar Dewantara later died on April 26, 1959, in Yogyakarta. After his death, Ki Hadjar Dewantara was named one of the national heroes in the field of education.

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